Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com Joystiq http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Save on Grimrock, Torchlight, Ultima and more on GOG.com this weekend]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/24/save-on-grimrock-torchlight-ultima-and-more-on-gog-com-this-we/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/24/save-on-grimrock-torchlight-ultima-and-more-on-gog-com-this-we/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/24/save-on-grimrock-torchlight-ultima-and-more-on-gog-com-this-we/#comments If you've been looking for an excuse to pick up some new games, GOG.com has you covered this weekend. A selection of indie games is on sale for half-off this weekend, with Legend of Grimrock, Torchlight and Geneforge 1-5 all clocking in at $7.50. Meanwhile, Spacechem, Tiny & Big and Darwinia can all be had for $5 each.

If that's not enough, you can also grab GOG.com's entire Ultima collection, featuring Ultima 1 through 9 and both Ultima Underworld games, for $17.94. Alternatively, you can snag individual Ultima titles at a 30 percent discount.

JoystiqSave on Grimrock, Torchlight, Ultima and more on GOG.com this weekend originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 24 Aug 2012 17:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>darwiniagog.comlegend-of-grimrockpctiny-and-big-grandpas-leftoverstorchlightultimaFri, 24 Aug 2012 17:20:00 EST<![CDATA[New Humble Indie bundle packs Darwinia, more Introversion stuff]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/22/new-humble-indie-bundle-packs-darwinia-more-introversion-stuff/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/22/new-humble-indie-bundle-packs-darwinia-more-introversion-stuff/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/22/new-humble-indie-bundle-packs-darwinia-more-introversion-stuff/#comments
Introversion is in the spotlight for the latest Humble Indie Bundle, which offers up four of the studio's titles: Darwinia, Multiwinia, UpLink and Defcon. As usual, paying above the average will net you some extras, namely Aquaria and Crayon Physics Deluxe in this specific bundle.

And if you're wondering what other fun stuff will be added to the bundle down the line, perhaps toying with a "wait and see" approach, don't sweat it. No matter when you buy this bundle, you'll get access to everything added to it -- that is, if you choose to buy the bundle. If you don't, then clearly you don't like fun games, which isn't so much a character flaw as it is just a flaw flaw.

JoystiqNew Humble Indie bundle packs Darwinia, more Introversion stuff originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 22 Nov 2011 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Darwiniahumble-indie-bundlehumble-introversion-bundleIntroversionintroversion-softwarepcTue, 22 Nov 2011 19:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Darwinia devs working on new project, 'Prison Architect']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/20/darwinia-devs-working-on-new-project-prison-architect/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/20/darwinia-devs-working-on-new-project-prison-architect/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/20/darwinia-devs-working-on-new-project-prison-architect/#comments It seems Darwinia developer Introversion has put its procedurally generated heist game Subversion on the shelf while it focuses its efforts on a new, not entirely unrelated project. See, what happens when a heist goes bad? The Heistees go to prison. But who designs those prisons? You do, in Introversion's new game, which is called Prison Architect. It's the circle of crime!

Few details about this project are known outside of the name, but we'll keep you posted. Until then, start thinking about what kind of prison you'd want to build. We're thinking of using a lot of lilac and lavender hues -- something to soothe the nerves of our incarcerated guests, you know?

JoystiqDarwinia devs working on new project, 'Prison Architect' originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Darwiniaindieintroversionpcprison-architectThu, 20 Oct 2011 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Introversion releases first screens of Subversion]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/22/introversion-releases-first-screens-of-subversion/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/22/introversion-releases-first-screens-of-subversion/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/22/introversion-releases-first-screens-of-subversion/#comments It's hard to believe that, after being announced in 2006, we're just now getting our first look at Subversion, the tactical action game from developer Introversion, which just released Darwinia+ on XBLA last week. The screens, recently unveiled on the Introversion forums (with some of the first gameplay details) look ... well, they don't look like a game.

Introversion says that Subversion's look (which is still unfinished) is based on 3D blueprints, and it looks quite compelling. We can't seem to get enough of games that don't look like games -- especially Excel. We've been into Excel LAN parties since way before it was cool.

[Via Big Download]

JoystiqIntroversion releases first screens of Subversion originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 22 Feb 2010 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>darwiniaintroversionsubversionMon, 22 Feb 2010 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: Darwinia+]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/10/x3f-tv-xbla-in-brief-darwinia-plus/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/10/x3f-tv-xbla-in-brief-darwinia-plus/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/10/x3f-tv-xbla-in-brief-darwinia-plus/#commentsFiled under:

This week on Xbox Live Arcade, Darwinia+ finally, finally makes its way onto Microsoft's download service. It's been a very long time coming, but now it's here for everyone to enjoy. There's plenty to enjoy, too, as the game contains both the original Darwinia and the multiplayer version, Multiwinia. See what all the hubbub is about in the latest XBLA in Brief, then decide if you want to plunk down the 1200 ($15) entrance fee.

Shortcut: Download the trial version of Darwinia+ [via Xbox.com]

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>DarwiniaDarwinia-PlusIntroversion-SoftwareRTSStrategyXBLAWed, 10 Feb 2010 15:45:00 EST<![CDATA[This Wednesday: Darwinia+ invades XBLA]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/08/this-wednesday-darwinia-invades-xbla/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/08/this-wednesday-darwinia-invades-xbla/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/08/this-wednesday-darwinia-invades-xbla/#comments Well, folks, it's been a long wait but it's finally here. After first being rumored nearly four years ago, Darwinia+ is due to hit Xbox Live Arcade in only two more days. We're sure that the game's fans are pleased to hear the news, as is developer Introversion. After all, the company has a lot riding on Darwinia's XBLA outing.

The game features a single-player campaign, online multiplayer for four players and plenty of sweet, retro stylings. Taking cues from real-time strategy, god games and, oh, let's say Tron, Darwinia has players controlling squads of 2D sprite characters called Darwinians as they battle an evil computer virus. The original PC version of the game took home the grand prize at the 2006 Independent Games Festival.

The price of admission is 1200 ($15).

JoystiqThis Wednesday: Darwinia+ invades XBLA originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>DarwiniaDarwinia-PlusIntroversion-SoftwareMicrosoftRTSStrategyxblaxblawednesdayXbox-360Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Darwinia+ colonizes XBLA servers February 10]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/25/darwinia-colonizes-xbla-servers-february-10/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/25/darwinia-colonizes-xbla-servers-february-10/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/25/darwinia-colonizes-xbla-servers-february-10/#commentsThough Microsoft's XBLA Shadow Force has the real final say over when games are released on the company's digital distribution service, Introversion recently announced on its forums that its upcoming action RTS, Darwinia+, will be set free on February 10 -- set free for $15 (1200).

Introversion has made a strong plea for your support, citing a "minimum sales figure" that "has to be achieved" in order for the independent studio to carry on. A better reason to buy Darwinia+ -- which features both Darwinia and Multiwinia in all its plusitude -- is simply that it's pretty fantastic.

Still not convinced? Check out the trailer above and those screens below. You're welcome.

Gallery: Darwinia+

JoystiqDarwinia+ colonizes XBLA servers February 10 originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>DarwiniaDarwinia-PlusIntroversion-SoftwareMicrosoftMultiwiniaRelease-dateRTSStrategyXBLAXbox-360Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Darwinia dev on PSN/XBLA differences, PSN challenges]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/22/darwinia-dev-on-psn-xbla-differences-psn-challenges/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/22/darwinia-dev-on-psn-xbla-differences-psn-challenges/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/22/darwinia-dev-on-psn-xbla-differences-psn-challenges/#comments Speaking to CVG, Darwinia+ developer Introversion spoke to the differences between Xbox Live Arcade and PSN, as well as the realities of game development. Regarding why Darwinia+ is an XBLA exclusive, Introversion's Mark Morris noted that independent developers "have to go with whatever [they're] offered," though he'd like to see the game on both platforms. According to Morris, XBLA is preferable because Microsoft greenlight's games from the beginning. "As long as you deliver what you said you'd deliver you're going to launch," said Morris, whereas Sony approves a potential PSN project later in the process, meaning a developer's hard work could eventually be rejected.

Concerning Introversion's current status, Morris noted that the company's future is riding entirely on Darwinia+. He said the game has a "minimum sales figure" that "has to be achieved." If not, said Morris, "Then we don't have enough money to continue going - simple as that." That said, he added that Darwinia+ doesn't have to be a "a massive runaway success," elaborating that performance would have to be roughly equivalent to Jeff Minter's Space Giraffe (an achievable goal if we've ever heard one).

Assuming Introversion stays afloat, its next project will be called Subversion, which utilizes automatic city generation. The developer has previously hinted that Subversion may release on both PC and XBLA.

JoystiqDarwinia dev on PSN/XBLA differences, PSN challenges originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 22 Jan 2010 19:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>businessDarwiniaDarwinia-PlusIntroversion-SoftwareMicrosoftPSNRTSStrategyXBLAXbox-360Fri, 22 Jan 2010 19:26:00 EST<![CDATA[Crysis and Street Fighter IV round out today's Steam deals]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/31/crysis-and-street-fighter-iv-round-out-todays-steam-deals/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/31/crysis-and-street-fighter-iv-round-out-todays-steam-deals/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/31/crysis-and-street-fighter-iv-round-out-todays-steam-deals/#comments Despite discounting games as part of its ongoing holiday sale event, Valve has seen fit to offer even more games at reduced prices, this time flipping the switch on massive discounts for triple-A titles like Street Fighter IV, which can be yours for $10, and Crysis Maximum Edition -- a bundle of Crysis and Crysis Warhead -- for under $14.

That's not all, as your hard-earned greenbacks can also net you cheap digital copies of Medieval II: Total War, Half-Life: Source and Shattered Horizon -- though we'd be remiss if we didn't point out the very tempting combo of Darwinia and Multiwinia, both of which can be yours for $3.

JoystiqCrysis and Street Fighter IV round out today's Steam deals originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 31 Dec 2009 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomcrysiscrysis-warheaddarwiniadealshalf-lifehalf-life-sourcemedieval-2-total-warmultiwiniashattered-horizonsteamstreet-fighter-ivvalveThu, 31 Dec 2009 20:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Here are your Darwinia+ Achievements]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/30/here-are-your-darwinia-achievements/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/30/here-are-your-darwinia-achievements/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/30/here-are-your-darwinia-achievements/#comments Now that Darwinia+ has passed Microsoft's Xbox Live Arcade certification process, you likely have your passport ready for the upcoming trip to Darwinia's action RTS battlefields. According to Xbox 360 Achievements, lending a helping hand to your stick brethren in need won't just net you the warm fuzzies, but will also reward you with some Gamerscore.

There's 200 to be had in total, rewarding players for things like saving Darwinians, crushing invading ant hordes and winning matches on every map in the game. It's a nice, varied list that doesn't look like it encourages too much grinding -- well, except for the Stick Man Slaughter Achievement, which requires you to kill 65,536 enemies.

JoystiqHere are your Darwinia+ Achievements originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 30 Dec 2009 01:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>achievementsdarwiniagamerscoreIntroversionintroversion-softwareMicrosoftrtsxblaXbox-360xbox-livexbox-live-arcadeWed, 30 Dec 2009 01:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Darwinia+ for XBLA passes Microsoft certification]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/23/darwinia-for-xbla-passes-microsoft-certification/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/23/darwinia-for-xbla-passes-microsoft-certification/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/23/darwinia-for-xbla-passes-microsoft-certification/#comments You may not have to wait too long after Christmas for Darwinia+ on Xbox Live Arcade, because Introversion Software says the game has passed Microsoft's certification process. It's been a long time coming and you can bet we're glad to finally see those little stick men at the end of the tunnel.

If you're wondering what all of the hubbub is about, then we suggest you check out this free demo of the PC version over at Big Download.

JoystiqDarwinia+ for XBLA passes Microsoft certification originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>DarwiniaDarwinia-PlusIntroversion-SoftwareMicrosoftRTSStrategyXBLAXbox-360Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Introversion: Darwinia+ on XBLA after Christmas]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/28/introversion-darwinia-on-xbla-after-christmas/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/28/introversion-darwinia-on-xbla-after-christmas/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/28/introversion-darwinia-on-xbla-after-christmas/#comments
 Darwinia creator Introversion announced during this week's Eurogamer Expo that its upcoming Darwinia+ should arrive on Xbox Live Arcade by "the next side of Christmas." The game should be submitted to Microsoft certification in the coming weeks, hopefully ensuring a release early next year. Darwinia devotees will remember that the game began its journey to XBLA all the way back in 2006, and, according to Eurogamer, Introversion isn't exactly happy about it.

The company's Chris Delay noted that Microsoft required several changes to the game, most notably the inclusion of multiplayer. Said Delay, "We were trying to satisfy Microsoft. That's the most awful motivation in the world for making a videogame." Here's hoping the developer's devotion to bringing the game to XBLA has paid off.

JoystiqIntroversion: Darwinia+ on XBLA after Christmas originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>darwiniaintroversionxblaWed, 28 Oct 2009 15:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Darwinia avatar clothing revealed]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/16/darwinia-avatar-clothing-revealed/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/16/darwinia-avatar-clothing-revealed/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/16/darwinia-avatar-clothing-revealed/#comments As PC indie-darling Darwinia takes the long way to consoles, it's time for developer Introversion to show off some Darwinia+ Avatar merchandise -- where the real money from the game is made. A couple weeks back the studio showed off two shirts that'll be available to Avatars at some point in the future, probably when the game finally launches.

Although we're not sure if the clothing items will cost anything on the Avatar Marketplace, it'd be pretty hard to resist the purchase of little Darwinians as a prop. They'd be so cute skittering about our virtual representation's feet.

JoystiqDarwinia avatar clothing revealed originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 16 Aug 2009 10:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>avataravatar-marketplacedarwiniaintroversionintroversion-softwareSun, 16 Aug 2009 10:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Steam offers 75% discount on indie games this weekend]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/08/steam-offers-75-discount-on-indie-games-this-weekend/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/08/steam-offers-75-discount-on-indie-games-this-weekend/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/08/steam-offers-75-discount-on-indie-games-this-weekend/#comments Steam is offering the "who's who" of independent video games in an incredible sale you'd be silly to miss. For $30, you can get 10 indie games via the service:
There's a lower-budget $20 option as well, which only includes half the games above. Either way, you'll be feeding starving independent developers without having to break the bank. Oh, and most of these games are pretty fun, too. It's a win-win for everyone, so make sure you rush to Steam before the sale ends on Monday, August 10.

JoystiqSteam offers 75% discount on indie games this weekend originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 08 Aug 2009 02:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>audiosurfblueberry-gardenbraidcrayon-physics-deluxedarwiniaEveryday-Shootergishmr-robotsalesteamthe-pathworld-of-gooSat, 08 Aug 2009 02:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Introversion details Microsoft approval process for Darwinia+]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/02/introversion-details-microsoft-approval-process-for-darwinia/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/02/introversion-details-microsoft-approval-process-for-darwinia/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/02/introversion-details-microsoft-approval-process-for-darwinia/#comments
The XBLA approval process has always been a process shrouded in mystery ... until now. Developer Introversion, the folks behind upcoming XBLA game Darwinia+, are laying all the cards on the table -- design documents, internal emails, weekly reports, code from the game and even the project plan -- thus providing transparency of the XBLA approval process. Available on Introversion's website, the company has made it clear that it'll show "the good, the bad, and the very very very bad" that takes place during game development. "If we can show it to you -- we will."

Teaming up with GamesIndustry.biz, the company will also be regularly updating an ongoing series "critiquing the ongoing development process," and presumably helping those outside of Introversion to understand more intricately what has gone into creating Darwinia+. The game is set to release internally on September 24, so with any luck we'll see it not too long afterward.

[Via GamesIndustry.biz]

JoystiqIntroversion details Microsoft approval process for Darwinia+ originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Introversion devotees know exactly what Multiwinia is and why they should be excited, but many others might not remember the multiplayer update to award-winning strategy title Darwinia, due out this September. Both parties should check out Rock Paper Shotgun's extensive preview of Multiwinia, showing off just how hardcore the adorable little flat sprites can be.

Multiwinia: Survival of the Flattest will feature the usual smattering of multiplayer modes, built upon the stellar gameplay and gorgeous aesthetic that made Darwinia an instant Joystiq classic. Gameplay modes will include Darwinian twists on deathmatch, king of the hill, capture the flag, territories, and a few more modes unique to the Darwinia universe. We can't wait to wage tiny, tiny war.

JoystiqMultiwinia preview shows off pixelated mayhem originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 20 Jun 2008 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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So, should we expect all PC-to-XBLA ports to add a plus sign to their titles and call it a day now? Nominal concerns aside, Introversion Software has acknowledged the ESRB rating of Darwinia for the Xbox 360 and confirmed the existence of the title. The game will be titled Darwinia+ and will include both the original Darwinia and the upcoming multiplayer expansion, Multiwinia: Survival of the Flattest. Details are sparse, apart from the fact that Darwinia+ should hit XBLA in Fall 2008

For those who don't have the patience to wait that long, we suggest you snag the demo from Introversion, which is available for Mac, PC, and Linux.

JoystiqDarwinia+ confirmed for XBLA, lands this Fall originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 26 Mar 2008 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>darwiniaintroversionintroversion-softwarexblaWed, 26 Mar 2008 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Darwinia+ confirmed for Xbox Live this Fall]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/03/25/darwinia-confirmed-for-xbox-live-this-fall/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/03/25/darwinia-confirmed-for-xbox-live-this-fall/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/03/25/darwinia-confirmed-for-xbox-live-this-fall/#commentsFiled under:

Acknowledging the game's "leak" by the ESRB, Introversion has confirmed that Darwinia+, a combination of Darwinia and the multiplayer variant Multiwinia: Survival of the Flattest, is coming to Xbox Live this Fall. Introversion also provided reassureance that Multiwinia is coming to the PC.

No other details are given; if you have never played Darwinia, then we strongly suggest you to download the demo (available for Windows, Mac and Linux) and try it out. Here's hoping this starts a precedent and we can one day enjoy DEFCON and the upcoming Subversion on our platform of choice.

JoystiqDarwinia+ confirmed for Xbox Live this Fall originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The all-knowing US rating overlords at the ESRB have declared cult favorite Darwinia is on its way to Xbox 360 with an E rating. The long-rumored console version of Darwinia is expected as an Xbox Live Arcade title.

The real question about the XBLA version of Darwinia is whether it'll incorporate Multiwinia, an announced multiplayer version of the game. For those who know nothing about Darwinia, the game oozes with geekiness as the player is tasked with saving the Darwinians, a colony of AIs living in old '80s servers under attack. No release date is attached to the project.

Update: Introversion confirms everything. Darwinia and Multiwinia will release together as one package called Darwinia+ on XBLA this fall.

[Thanks Bob, Via X3F]

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Well that took a while. After being rumored for Xbox Live Arcade nearly two years ago, Darwinia from Introversion has been rated by the ESRB for Xbox 360. While we don't have any more solid details regarding the 360 version of the game -- believed to be an XBLA title -- the ESRB rating gives us hope that it won't be too long before we start to hear more about the title (or better yet, get a chance to actually play it).

For those that haven't played it, the gameplay is regarded as somewhat hard to classify, so we've embedded a trailer in the hopes that it might clarify things a bit (hint: it doesn't, but the game sure looks fun).

[Via XBLArcade]

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Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>darwiniaesrbintroversionxblaMon, 24 Mar 2008 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Multiwinia: Darwinia goes multiplayer in 2008]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/28/multiwinia-darwinia-goes-multiplayer-in-2008/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/28/multiwinia-darwinia-goes-multiplayer-in-2008/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/28/multiwinia-darwinia-goes-multiplayer-in-2008/#commentsFiled under: , ,

Introversion has announced that award-winning game Darwinia is going multiplayer. Set for release as a standalone product, Multiwinia will let you play cooperatively or competitively with someone else. The number of people who can play together simultaneously is currently unknown, but we're hoping for for some pretty frantic action across many, many armies.

The game will be spearheaded by John Knottenbelt while Introversion co-founder Chris Delay "[begins] work on other new projects" (console titles? Subversion?). Knottenbelt mentions there will be graphical improvements from the game, though it's unclear if he's talking about the recent Vista upgrades or something beyond that, and a new formation mode, "which will let you organise your Darwinians into ranks to create massive armies."

Details are sparse currently, though Introversion is expected to make a few announcements at next week's Game Developers Conference. Multiwinia is being planned for a 2008 release.

[Thanks, Sam!]

JoystiqMultiwinia: Darwinia goes multiplayer in 2008 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 28 Feb 2007 21:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Introvervision co-founder Mark Morris has told Next Generation that the company is looking into bringing a few of their titles to the home console front by way of digital distribution.

Morris explained that their relationship so far with the console makers has allowed them to retain intellectual freedom in their design. Unlike publishers who try to give them money at the cost of some control of the game, the console makers are "just offering massive distribution of the games and to give [us] a return back on that. That works for us," he said.

For what system and which titles is unknown -- all three of the current systems (PS3, Wii and Xbox 360) are capable of digital distribution. Morris said the game(s) would be available within the next twelve months. An earlier rumor from eight months ago suggest a partnership with Xbox Live, which makes since considering the recent Vista upgrade of Darwinia and the similarities in architecture from Windows to Xbox 360 development.

Introversion is responsible for Darwinia, DEFCON, and Uplink. They are currently working on a project codenamed Subversion.

[Thanks, Sam!]

JoystiqDarwinia, Defcon dev hints at console releases originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 20 Feb 2007 08:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Introversion, the little game maker whose project Darwinia garnered them cult status, has just released an enhanced version specifically for Windows Vista. The upgrade has been in the making since June 2006, according to Introversion co-founder Chris Delay. Upgrades include:
  • Shift from OpenGL to DirectX, which enable enhanced visuals such as "screen warping explosion effects, reflective water, and Darwinian soul 'auras.'"
  • Support for the Xbox 360 controller
  • Three new levels: Jailbreak, Stronghold and Doomsday
  • Other Vista-centric compatibility features
Those who already own Darwinia can expect an upcoming patch that adds all the enhancements. For those that want to try out the game (and we wholly recommend that you do), Darwinia has been given a prominent purchase location MSN Vista games page for $19.95.

Introversion is currently working on a double secret title codenamed Subversion.

[Via CVG]

JoystiqDarwinia upgrades for Vista originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 01 Feb 2007 16:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Introversion, creator of indie darlings Darwinia and DEFCON, have announced their next project will be called Subversion. Company co-founder Chris Delay made the announcement earlier last week, noting that the project is early in production and the development will be blogged.

Understanding that many developers fall into the trap where hype leads to disappointment, Delay assures that he will make no promises as to final features and game play details.

As another point, Delay points out that the attached images, including the one to the right, is not a representation of the game and anyone who treats the screenshots as such are mistaken. You've been warned.

[Via videogames blogger]

JoystiqDefcon dev announces new game: Subversion originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 28 Dec 2006 13:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you've played either Uplink or Darwinia, then you're familiar with, and more than likely love, UK-based developer Introversion. It seems the indie studio has been in talks recently with both Microsoft and Sony to bring its content to each respective company's online arena.

"I'm afraid I can't really give you any concrete details at the moment - suffice it is to say that we are currently discussing a number of deal negotiations with Sony and Microsoft," said Introversion's Vicky Arundel while talking with UK-based games site Eurogamer.

Given that the company has experience with digital distribution, having released their beloved game Darwinia via Valve's Steam service, the company is a natural fit for each company's service. The question is, will Microsoft try and throw money at the guys to gain exclusivity for their games on the Xbox Live service?

JoystiqDarwinia and Uplink coming to the PS3? originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 14 Jun 2006 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In some leftover scuttlebutt from GDC, word on the street is that the bad boys from Introversion, the independent developers that created indie-darling (and Independent Games Festival winner) Darwinia are working with the big boys in Redmond to get their game on the Xbox Live Arcade platform. Reasons why this is a logical move and a likely rumor:
  • They've already gotten Darwinia on that other major digital distribution network (psst: it begins with "Stea" and ends with "m". Got it?)
  • Uh, they've said they're interested. We know, everyone's interested. Fellow Steam-distributed developers Ritual Entertainment keep screaming about it, but they've got that whole enormous download thing to deal with. The XBLArcade blog points us to this video (.wmv) of SpikeTV's GameHead where Introversion's Mark Morris says, "... it's about 30 megs which makes it perfect for things like Live Arcade." CliffyB asks if they're planning on it and Morris responds, "I'm gonna try. Gonna talk to Microsoft and see what they say."
  • XBLArcade correctly points out that if the developers of an award-winning and critically acclaimed independent game want to bring it to your platform, what do you say? Well, according to German blog Xbox Archiv, you say "Yes. Please." They claim to have overheard a conversation at GDC between the two parties.
Let's hope that logic wins the day and we get another stellar entrant to Microsoft's walled-garden of Arcade treats.

[Via Xbox 360 Fanboy]

Read - XBLArcade Rumor Roundup
Read - Darwinia for Xbox Live Arcade (Xbox Archiv machine translation)

JoystiqRumor: Indie darling Darwinia to hit XBLA? originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 08 Jun 2006 17:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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According to the German blog Xbox Archiv, Microsoft and Introversion Software are in negotiations to bring the highly regarded PC title Darwinia to Xbox Live Arcade. Apparently, they got the info directly from MS (Deutsch speakers please provide a respectable translation). It's by no means a done deal, but let's hope it happens. This stylish budget RTS/puzzler was widely praised last August for it's cool art design, addictive gameplay and general retro appeal -- all the stuff that makes a great XBLA game.

[Thanks Papa Moll]

JoystiqDarwinia to evolve on XBLA originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 07 Jun 2006 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Upon winning the $20,000 Seumas McNally Grand Prize at the 2006 Independent Games Festival, one of the creators of Darwinia said, "We didn't take money from publishers because we didn't want publishers to fuck with our game."

Deafening applause. Thunderous.

JoystiqHeard@GDC: Darwinia creator slams publishers, developers cheer! originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 23 Mar 2006 12:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The results of the 2006 Independent Games Festival are in, and it's hats off to Darwinia. Scooping the Seumas McNally Grand Prize as well as the awards for Innovation in Visual Art and Technical Excellence, this leaves British-based Introversion's next game with a tough act to follow.

Other winners at the festival were:
Weird Worlds: Return to Infinite Space (Innovation in Audio)
Braid (Innovation in Game Design)
Dad 'n Me (Best Web Browser Game)
Dodge That Anvil! (Adult Swim Award)
Dofus (Audience Award)

The IGF also featured a modding competition for the first time, with four winners: Dystopia for Half-Life 2; Last Man Standing Co-op for Doom 3; Rose of Eternity - Chapter 1 - The Coming for Neverwinter Nights and Path of Vengeance for UT2004.

JoystiqGDC: Dar-win-ia a success at IGF originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 23 Mar 2006 12:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Independent Games Festival finalists encompass a wide range of genres, ranging from MMO Dofus to simulation Wildlife Tycoon and perennial favourite Darwinia. Their fate is now in your hands--demos of all the finalists are available for download, and you can vote in the Audience's Award for your chosen game.

According to Gamasutra, this is the first time many of these games have been available for download. These demo offerings provide a good way to experience the range of creativity on offer, and at a killer price.

JoystiqIndie games finalists playable now originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 24 Feb 2006 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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